2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XKR. (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 795 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XKR. 2005 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XKR | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XKR | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
